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Tony’s Time

In capturing the 67th Kettle Award, self-proclaimed “shy guy” R. Anthony Sweet, chairman of the Sweet Candy Co., receives recognition for his lifelong dedication to the family business and the industry in general.
Bernie Pacyniak
August 21, 2012

R. Anthony, aka “Tony” Sweet never dreamed of being a Kettle Award recipient. 


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Innovator at heart

Since opening up a small retail chocolate shop in 1998, Vosges Haut Chocolate’s Katrina Markoff continues to infuse the premium chocolate category with a zest for creativity and flavor.
Bernie Pacyniak
July 20, 2012

 Call it Katrina Markoff’s chocolate epiphany. Despite popular belief, the woman who convinced the world that exotic ingredients — everything ranging from sweet Indian curry and Ansom Mills grits to dried Kalamata olives and bacon — work well with chocolate, Markoff was not a chocoholic from birth.  


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‘Unjunking’ confections

Industry veteran Chris Mattina joins a group of “Unrealists” in launching a line of confections that reduces fat, calories and contains no artificial colors or flavors.
Bernie Pacyniak
July 20, 2012

 There’s a Nigerian proverb that states it takes a whole village to raise a child, the idea being that it’s a communal effort shared by an extended family.  


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Sharing some sweetness

Building on the successful launch of its individually wrapped chocolates and large bars two years ago, Godiva Chocolatier expands the accessibility and share-ability of its product line.
Bernie Pacyniak
May 28, 2012

 Most child-rearing experts agree sharing doesn’t come naturally to kids; that youngsters are not mature enough to grasp the concept, much less comprehend the joys connected with the selfless practice. 


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May the Love begin

Fannie May’s alliance with Norman Love brings ultra-premium confections to its clientele while simultaneously broadening its offerings and competencies.
Bernie Pacyniak
May 3, 2012

 When Norman Love first met Dave Taiclet and Terry Mitchell from 1-800-FLOWERS.COM and Fannie May Confections Brands, respectively, three years ago, he was adamant about one thing. 


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Ritter racks up 100 years

A happy centennial anniversary for the world’s favorite chocolate squares
Kawther Albader
April 18, 2012
Red, brown, yellow, or green? That’s code for Ritter Sport’s marzipan, butter biscuit, cornflakes, and whole almond varieties. But whether consumers decide to pick by color or flavor, chances are they won’t be disappointed. Moreover, for the past century, the company’s continued success proves it will have no trouble keeping customers happy for years to come.
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Lemongrass

William Dean Chocolates featured in 'The Hunger Games'

Unplanned product placement serves as lucky break for the company.
Kawther Albader
April 17, 2012
When William Brown went to see one of the biggest movies of the year, he had no idea he would receive one of the biggest shocks of his life. He had brought along some of his chocolates to give to a friend at the movies, completely unaware that he would be viewing them on the big screen a few minutes later.
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Goo Goo Clusters' Comeback Kid

February 21, 2012
Lance Paine looks to revitalize Standard Candy Co.’s centennial-to-be brand through a series of quality, production and marketing upgrades. In doing so, customers and consumers will be reminded how good a confection it really is.
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Going green

February 14, 2012
Candy Industry recognizes Mars Chocolate North America as its first “Green” Manufacturer of the Year recipient, an acknowledgement of the company’s ongoing and earnest commitment to sustainability.
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